Senior Associate Software Development Engineer - AI Services

NTT DATA Global Delivery Services Ltd; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Opportunity for AI/ML projects

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Senior Associate Engineer - AI Services to design, develop and test software in a micro-services setup with cloud-based tools. You will work on APIs, telemetry data and ML/AI algorithms, collaborating with diverse teams in a hybrid environment.

The role emphasizes cloud architecture, data handling, and CI/CD practices, with opportunities to contribute to automated testing and deployment across multi-vendor ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals preferred.
• Relevant Agile certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software components in a micro-services environment.
• Write and test code; support automated testing.
• Assist with software deployment and collaboration with product teams.
• Contribute to integration and automation using third-party tools.
• Refactor code and review others' contributions.
• Document technical programs and operational procedures.

Skills

Programming languages

ML/AI algorithms

RESTful APIs

Data structures & algorithms

CI/CD practices

Cloud architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Azure Fundamentals

Agile certifications

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Git/Source Control

CI/CD tools

Testing frameworks

Job description

Senior Associate Engineer - AI Services

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Senior Associate Software Development Engineer is a developing subject matter expert, tasked with supporting the designing, developing, and testing of software systems, modules, or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools. This role is accountable for supporting detailed design for certain modules/sub-systems, doing prototype for multi-vendor infrastructure, and showcasing it internally or externally to clients. This role designs and develops functionality in a micro-services environment working with APIs, telemetry data, and running ML/AI algorithms on it, working with both structured and unstructured data.

Key responsibilities:

• Receives instructions to design and develop solutions and functionality that drives the growth of business.


• Contributes to writing and testing code.


• Supports the execution of automated testing.


• Receives instructions from various stakeholders to participate in software deployment.


• Supports the delivery of software components while working in collaboration with the product team.


• Supports the integration and building of solutions through automation and coding, using 3rd party software.


• Receives instructions to craft, build, and debug large scale distributed systems.


• Supports writing, updating and maintaining the technical program, end-user documentation, and operational procedures.


• Assists with refactoring code.


• Contributes to the reviewing of code written by other developers.


• Performs any other related task as required.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Developing understanding of cloud architecture and services in multiple public clouds like AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Office 365.


• Subject matter expert in programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Node.js, libraries and frameworks.


• Developing expertise of data structures, algorithms, and software design with strong analytical and debugging skills.


• Developing knowledge of micro services-based software architecture and experience with API product development.


• Developing expertise in SQL and no-SQL data stores including Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Cassandra.


• Developing understanding of container run time (Kubernetes, Docker, LXC/LXD).


• Developing proficiency with agile, lean practices and believes in test-driven development.


• Possess a can-do attitude and one that takes initiative.


• Excellent ability to work well in a diverse team with different backgrounds and experience levels.


• Excellent ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.


• Developing proficiency with CI/CD concepts and tools.


• Developing proficiency with cloud-based infrastructure and deployments.


• Excellent attention to detail.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.


• Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals preferred.


• Relevant agile certifications preferred.

Required experience:

• Moderate level experience working with geo-distributed teams through innovation, bootstrapping, pilot, and production phases with multiple stakeholders to the highest levels of quality and performance.


• Moderate level experience with tools across full software delivery lifecycle, for example.


• IDE, source control, CI, test, mocking, work tracking, defect management.


• Moderate level experience in Agile and Lean methodologies, Continuous Delivery / DevOps, Analytics / data-driven processes.


• Familiarity with working with large data sets and ability to apply proper ML/AI algorithms.


• Moderate level experience in developing micro-services and RESTful APIs.


• Moderate level experience in software development.

Workplace type : Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100.

We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.